Meet the youngest known child to be arrested for a civil rights protest in Birmingham, Alabama, 1963, in this moving picture book that proves you're never too little to make a difference.
Cynthia Levinson Books
Exploring the intersection of technology, science, law, and policy, this book offers a comprehensive overview for today's teens who may one day travel to the Moon. It provides essential insights into the future of space exploration, making it a relevant and engaging read for young readers interested in the possibilities that lie ahead in their lifetimes.
The People's Painter: How Ben Shahn Fought for Justice with Art
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A lyrically told, exquisitely illustrated biography of influential Jewish artist and activist Ben Shahn A 2022 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal Winner A 2022 Association of Jewish Libraries Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Picture Book "The first thing I can remember," Ben said, "I drew." As an observant child growing up in Lithuania, Ben Shahn yearns to draw everything he sees--and, after seeing his father banished by the Czar for demanding workers' rights, he develops a keen sense of justice, too. So when Ben and the rest of his family make their way to America, Ben brings both his sharp artistic eye and his desire to fight for what's right. As he grows, he speaks for justice through his art--by disarming classmates who bully him because he's Jewish, by defying his teachers' insistence that he paint beautiful landscapes rather than true stories, by urging the US government to pass Depression-era laws to help people find food and jobs. In this moving and timely portrait, award-winning author Cynthia Levinson and illustrator Evan Turk honor an artist, immigrant, and activist whose work still resonates today: a true painter for the people.
Focusing on the pivotal events of the 1963 Birmingham protests, the narrative highlights the courage of young activists who defied Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s cautious approach. It explores their determination and the significant impact of their actions on the civil rights movement, emphasizing the role of youth in shaping history during a critical moment of social change.